Ruggers Against Homophobia

by Michael Jones · 2009-08-18 09:36:00 UTC
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Last week, a study came out that said in the UK, homophobia is rampant in sports, particularly soccer.  Depressing news, and one that seemed to reaffirm the stereotype that sport culture and LGBT culture were mutually exclusive.  But that's why it's so cool to see this media campaign coming out of Australia (many miles away from the UK, we know) showing that at least one rugby team isn't a huge fan of homophobia.

The photo campaign is part of the "This is Oz" campaign, an online photo gallery where Australians can help dismantle homophobia and work to make Australia a truly inclusive place.  And that's exactly what the Australian Wallabies rugby team is hoping to do with their photo shoot.

More photos are available here.  A couple favorites send the message that "Everyone deserves a sporting chance to stand up against homophobia," and "It's not who you are, it's how you play the game."

And if you're looking for that perfect photo to send to your favorite anti-LGBT wingnut, why not try the one below, courtesy of This is Oz.  It's like a Hallmark card, only better :)

This is Oz

Michael Jones is a Change.org Editor. He has worked in the field of human rights communications for a decade, most recently for Harvard Law School.
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